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Senate rallies around Russia sanctions bill to honor late Sen. Lindsey Graham

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The United States Senate is considering a revised Russia sanctions package to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham. Senators from both parties are rallying behind the bill, which has 85 cosponsors, as a tribute to Graham's legacy and his efforts to combat Russian aggression. The legislation aims to strengthen sanctions against Russia, with bipartisan support indicating a potential moment of unity in the Senate. AI

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Senate rallies around Russia sanctions bill to honor late Sen. Lindsey Graham

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Hans Nichols ·

    Senate looks to honor Graham with Russia sanctions

    <p>Senators from both parties are rallying around a revised <a href="https://www.axios.com/2025/09/11/senate-russia-sanctions-state-sponsor-terror" target="_blank">Russia sanctions package</a> to honor the legacy of the late Sen. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/07/12/lindsey-…

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